8/18/11

WestJet welcomes expanded Canada-Mexico air agreement

Airline currently serves six beautiful sun destinations in Mexico

CALGARY, Aug. 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - WestJet today welcomed the announcement of an expanded air transport agreement between Canada and Mexico. WestJet is scheduled to fly non-stop 95 times per week to Mexico from 19 Canadian cities as part of its 2011-2012 winter schedule.

"Given that Mexico is a key part of our international air and vacation package strategy, we commend the Canadian and Mexican governments for their initiative and look forward to a completely open framework for non-stop flights between the two countries," said Hugh Dunleavy, WestJet Executive Vice-President, Strategy and Planning. "With convenient, non-stop service to Cancun, Cozumel, Cabo San Lucas, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico remains one of the most popular destinations for WestJet guests. This expanded air transport agreement lays the framework for future growth in both leisure and business travel, and we look forward to exploring new opportunities in this important international market."

About WestJet
WestJet is Canada's favourite airline, offering scheduled service throughout its 71-city North American and Caribbean network. Inducted into Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures Hall of Fame and named one of Canada's best employers, WestJet pioneered low-cost flying in Canada. WestJet offers increased legroom, leather seats and live seatback television provided by Bell TV on its modern fleet of 96 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. With future confirmed deliveries for an additional 39 aircraft through 2018, WestJet strives to be one of the five most successful international airlines in the world.

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